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Church History: What Did Francis of Assisi Mean When He Said, "If Necessary Use Words"? - Timothy Paul Jones
You’ve probably heard the quotation at least a few times, most likely in a sermon encouraging people to live their faith in the world. “‘Preach the gospel at all times,’ Francis of Assisi said. ‘If necessary, use words.'” It’s a heartwarming sentiment with two flaws. First off, St. Francis never said it; second, even if […]
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